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Mini Hoisin Turkey & Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins

Feb 2, 2015 by Dara 52 Comments

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Your family will start to beg you to meatloaf as soon as they taste these Mini Hoisin Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins. Make ahead for a quick and easy dinner.
Mini Hoisin Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins...Quick and so darn tasty for dinner! 136 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com #recipe

Raise your hand if you cringe when you hear the word “meatloaf”. I get it because I used to feel the same way. The word painted pictures of 1950s-esque bricks of dried meat, served alongside lumpy mashed potatoes and limp broccoli. **Cringe**

Let’s wipe those images out of our heads and give meatloaf new life by lightening it up with ground turkey and some grated zucchini, and giving it a punch of flavor with hoisin sauce and Chinese 5-spice powder. Now we’re talking!

Mini Hoisin Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins...Quick and so darn tasty for dinner! 136 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com #recipe

If you’re not familiar with hoisin sauce, the best way I can describe it is a Chinese barbecue sauce. It’s rich, savory and full of sweet and salt flavors. It can be found in the international aisle of most grocery stores, but can also be bought online here, along with Chinese 5-spice powder. Gluten-free versions are also available. To make this recipe completely gluten-free, be sure to buy gluten-free oats.

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Don’t worry that hoisin sauce won’t go to waste. You can use the extra for my favorite Slow Cooker Hoisin Chicken recipe, which we make at least every couple of weeks.

Mini Hoisin Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins...Quick and so darn tasty for dinner! 136 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com #recipe

You could easily turn this into a full meatloaf and slice it just before serving, but I like using muffin tins to make mini versions, both for the cute factor and for the quick cooking time. Prepare the mixture and scoop it into the muffin tin in the morning or even the night before, and pop them into the oven just before dinnertime. Twenty-five minutes later, they’ll be ready to serve.

Mini Hoisin Turkey and Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins...Quick and so darn tasty for dinner! 136 calories and 3 Weight Watchers PP | cookincanuck.com #recipe

Now, there’s one unsavory thing to deal with when we’re talking mini meatloaves. When you bake these little guys, some liquid will be released from the ground turkey and will pool on top of the meatloaves. Using a small spoon or a paper towel, just scoop or dab that liquid away. Voilà…problem solved.

Whip up some brown rice and a green salad or steamed veggies, and you have a healthy meal that your family will love. They may actually start to beg for meatloaf!

Other healthy ground turkey recipes:

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Cookin’ Canuck’s Turkey Cannelloni with Roasted Peppers & Spinach
Cookin’ Canuck’s Turkey Taco Twice-Baked Potatoes

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Mini Hoisin Turkey & Zucchini Meatloaf Muffins

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 25 mins
Total Time 35 mins
Yields Makes 12

Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. ground turkey
  • 1 1/2 c grated zucchini, liquid squeezed out
  • 1/3 c + 3 tbsp hoisin sauce, divided
  • 3/4 c old-fashioned oats
  • 1/4 c minced flat-leaf parsley
  • 3/4 tsp Chinese 5-spice powder
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp ground pepper
  • 1 egg

Directions

  1. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F. Lightly coat a muffin tin with cooking spray.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together the ground turkey, zucchini, ⅓ cup hoisin sauce, oats, parsley, 5-spice powder, salt, pepper and egg.
  3. Use slightly less than ½ cup of the mixture for each meatloaf, placing each portion into one of muffin tin slots.
  4. Brush the tops of the meatloaves with the remaining 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce.
  5. Place the muffin tin on a baking sheet (to catch any drips). Bake until the meatloaves are cooked through, 25 to 30 minutes. Let rest for 10 minutes, then remove with a small metal spatula. Serve.

by From the kitchen of cookincanuck.com

Recipe Notes

Weight Watchers Points: 3 (Points+), 3 (Old Points)

 

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Comments

  1. Christie - Food Done Light says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 7:15 am

    I’ve loved meatloaf since I was a kid! My Mom always made fantastic meatloaf so I only have good memories of it. Now my daughter absolutely adores it. She is going to love this version for sure.

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:37 am

      That’s great that you’ve passed your love of meatloaf on to your daughter. You must have a wonderful family recipe!

      Reply
  2. foodwanderings says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 8:06 am

    Why is it that I always imagining eating your food?! Something about yours has my name written all over it. Love that you made mini turkey meatloaf versions. So much more delicate.

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:38 am

      That is the best compliment, Shulie! Someday we need to break bread together.

      Reply
  3. Colleen (Souffle Bombay) says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 8:14 am

    I’m personally not into the meatloaf of my childhood, however my husband LOVES it…as in he would eat it weekly if I made it. As it is I make his childhood version twice a year! Love that you used hoisin as well as zucchini in your mini’s! My daughter makes meatloaf “cupcakes” (she calls them) with sauteed sweet potatoes, carrots & rice which gives it the sweetness she craves.

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:40 am

      Thank you so much, Colleen! I love the sound of your daughter’s mini meatloaves!

      Reply
  4. Danae @ Recipe Runner says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 8:15 am

    I’m probably weird because I actually love meatloaf! The Asian twist is a nice change up on traditional meatloaf and I love that these are mini!

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:40 am

      Thanks, Danae! You’re not weird…you just must have a really good meatloaf recipe. 🙂

      Reply
  5. Angie says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 9:23 am

    I’m one of the weird ones that loves traditional meatloaf too, well most of the time, depends on who’s making it, lol. But I know I would more than love these meatloaf muffins. OMG, they look too good to be true!

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:46 am

      That’s definitely the key…who is making it. 🙂 I hope you have a chance to try this version.

      Reply
  6. The Food Hunter says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 9:24 am

    what a great idea making them in mini form

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:47 am

      Thanks, Theresa. My kids seem to love them that way.

      Reply
  7. Gwen @SimplyHealthyFamily says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 10:29 am

    HaaHaa, I’ve never been a fan of traditional meatloaf, but then again red meat isn’t my fav in general. I do love ‘untraditional’ ways to rev up the flavor like in this recipe.

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:48 am

      Thanks, Gwen! We love using ground turkey for meatloaf and the nontraditional flavors always keep things interesting.

      Reply
  8. Jeanette | Jeanette's Healthy Living says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 10:35 am

    I love the hoisin and five spice powder combination! These little bites are the best for portion control and so fun for kids too.

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 2, 2015 at 10:50 am

      Thanks, Jeanette. Portion control is exactly why I like making mini meatloaves. I know exactly how much I can have!

      Reply
  9. Stephanie @ Back for Seconds says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 11:11 am

    Ok, these flavors sound wonderful! Great recipe!

    Reply
  10. Lauren @ Healthy Delicious says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 11:51 am

    ooooh I always forget about hoisin sauce. I bet these are delicious!

    Reply
  11. Brianna says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 12:50 pm

    This sounds delish! We tried your chicken hoisin sammies and have made them a few times since! Great idea bringing this flavor to meatloaf. 🙂

    Reply
  12. Jenny @ The Peachy Pair says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 1:09 pm

    Love anything made in muffin pans. Instant portion control! And I love meatloaf, so these are a must try for me.

    Reply
  13. Pink guava says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 1:27 pm

    What a great alternative to meatloaf. I stopped making years ago as I was tired of the dried out, crusted tomato paste on top of the old-fashioned version. These will be wonderful for freezing, pre-cooked, or frozen raw in the muffin pans and popped out and stored, ready to cook. Thanks for a great new version to an old favourite.

    Reply
  14. Alice @ Hip Foodie Mom says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 1:31 pm

    Dara, I love these!!! these are like portable meatloaf muffins!!! I love it! and I love hoisin sauce. . we go through a couple bottles a month!

    Reply
  15. Ciao Florentina says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 1:56 pm

    What a great idea! I’m trying to be a vegetarian but definitely must try these for my man. Sounds delish !

    Reply
  16. KalynsKitchen says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 2:15 pm

    I never would have thought of Hoisin Sauce on meatloaf, but I love the sound of it. BTW, my sister made your Hoisin chicken and loved it!

    Reply
  17. Liz says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 2:40 pm

    Thanks Dara for the nice turkey muffin recipe. Have a great week.

    Reply
  18. Amanda @ The Kitcheneer says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 2:41 pm

    This recipe is just what I was looking for! I will definitely be adding this to my weekly meal plan next week! It’s low carb and that’s right up my alley 😉 Especially served with some cauliflower mash!

    Reply
  19. Brenda Bennett says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 2:49 pm

    I love using oats in my meatloaf but i love even more than you added zucchini into these!

    Reply
  20. Susan says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 2:52 pm

    I have a turkey meatloaf recipe that I like which has quinoa in it. It might be fun to try this one, too, for a change. I know my poor husband would love it if I’d quit making new dishes all the time, but I love variety and trying new things. This one sounds like a real winner.

    Reply
  21. Patricia @ Grab a Plate says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 4:08 pm

    These. Are. Adorable! There is definitely nothing “cringe-worthy” about them 🙂 Loving the addition of hoisin and spices!

    Reply
  22. Paula-bell'alimento says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 4:59 pm

    So much fabulous flavor!

    Reply
  23. Kim Beaulieu says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 6:59 pm

    I am such a serious meatloaf girl. I love the stuff. It just screams comfort food. These are fabulous, healthy and cute, what more can you ask for. I really dig hoisin, it’s such a great sauce.

    Reply
  24. Heather | girlichef says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 7:29 pm

    I have never cringed when I heard the word meatloaf, it’s been one of my favorite meals since I was a kid! I also love hoisin, and can’t resist individually portioned sizes, so I know I’d love these. My family is going to be happy to eat them, too.

    Reply
  25. kellie | The Suburban Soapbox says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 7:39 pm

    Huge meatloaf fan here! Holy healthiness….I love that you put zucchini AND oats in them. I think I’d have a hard time not eating 6 or 7 at a time.

    Reply
  26. Bea says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 8:25 pm

    Oh those a gorgeous!!! Now I have to admit that meatloaf is one if our family favorites. I mix it up with veggies / without but adding hoisin sauce sounds divine. Love it!!!

    Reply
  27. Kate @ Diethood says

    Feb 2, 2015 at 9:02 pm

    Your updated version of meatloaf looks amazing! And it sounds soooo good!!

    Reply
  28. Renee - Kudos Kitchen says

    Feb 3, 2015 at 7:29 am

    I thought I had commented on this yesterday, but now I don’t see it. Oh well, these look so good they’re worth commenting twice on. I love anything mini, and the glaze you’ve used on these leaves my stomach growling and my mouth watering. Such a great recipe!

    Reply
  29. Angie | Big Bear's Wife says

    Feb 3, 2015 at 8:34 am

    I’d be begging for this meatloaf too! Mini is perfect!

    Reply
  30. RK says

    Feb 3, 2015 at 5:28 pm

    I made your hoisin chicken & my family loved it! Now I’m going to try this recipe since I have the hoisin sauce. These would be perfect to have in the freezer now that I have started back up on MyFitnessPal (I’m assuming they’d freeze well). What type of ground turkey do you recommend ? At my grocery they have options based on how much dark meat to breast meat ratio. Thank you !

    Reply
  31. Kirsten/ComfortablyDomestic says

    Feb 3, 2015 at 8:23 pm

    Ugh! Meatloaf used to make me cringe, so naturally it’s my husband’s most favorite dinner ever. Seriously. The guy requests meatloaf every single time I ask for menu requests. Every. Single. Time. The name isn’t all that appetizing, and it takes forever in the oven to cook. Mini meatloaf muffins solve that problem! I *really* like your zucchini addition. I bet that keeps the turkey nice and juicy.

    Reply
  32. Karissa | Sweet as a Cookie says

    Feb 4, 2015 at 12:39 am

    I’ve never had meatloaf ever… the closest I’ve come is a meatball. I love that these are mini 🙂 Too cute!

    Reply
  33. Nutmeg Nanny says

    Feb 4, 2015 at 6:22 am

    Sometimes I feel like the only person who actively grew up loving meatloaf…haha. Someone just asked me what meal is my ultimate comfort food and my moms meatloaf was the answer. I think this jazzed up version sounds awesome though – so full of flavor and packed full of veggies. Love that hoisin glaze.

    Reply
  34. Renee @ Tortillas and Honey says

    Feb 4, 2015 at 12:06 pm

    What a great recipe! I cannot wait to try this recipe, it’s looks so easy and flavorful. I think I’m also going to double it!

    Reply
  35. Elizabeth @ Food Ramblings says

    Feb 4, 2015 at 8:11 pm

    That looks like a tasty and healthy dinner!

    Reply
  36. Liz says

    Feb 9, 2015 at 2:06 pm

    Thank you Dara for the nice recipe. Have a good day and week.

    Reply
  37. Ala @ Ala Lemon says

    Feb 9, 2015 at 4:29 pm

    That sounds amazing, and like something you can easily freeze. I might sub the turkey for veal as ground turkey is uncommon here (and I don’t have a grinder)

    Reply
  38. Roz says

    Mar 2, 2015 at 8:04 am

    Don’t have any oats. Could I use Panko breadcrumbs? If so, how much would you recommend? Would it affect the nutritional facts by much? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Mar 2, 2015 at 11:16 am

      Hi Roz, I haven’t made these with breadcrumbs, so I’m not exactly sure of the amount. I would add until the mixture hold together when you form a small amount in a ball. For the change in nutritional facts, you can use a calculator such as Sparks recipes calculator. I hope that helps.

      Reply
  39. Rachel says

    Jul 21, 2015 at 9:49 pm

    I love zucchini muffins- what a great way to make them healthier but still delicious!

    Reply
  40. Heather says

    Feb 6, 2018 at 4:57 pm

    I only have ground venison thawed out. Can I use it Instead of turkey?

    Reply
    • Dara says

      Feb 6, 2018 at 5:11 pm

      Hi Heather, I’ve never tried this with venison, but I don’t see why it wouldn’t work.

      Reply

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